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from$300/hr
Downtown black box theater
Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
47
...love to host your next corporate function, special event, product release party, or powerful presentation. Our space provides two intimate black box theaters with a bar in between and an upper lobby bar as well. This includes a full working theater and screening room (for...
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from$150/hr
NE Mission Off-Site Space in Photo Studio
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
453
COVID safety measures: In order to minimize risk, we have temporarily lowered the maximum number of guests allowed to 16 instead of our regular 25-person maximum. Feel free to contact us with any questions or inquiries that you may have. We hope to see you...
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from$75/hr
Iconic North Beach Gathering Space
Chinatown, San Francisco, CA
352
This 1,350 square-foot ADA compliant multipurpose gallery/performance space is a fluid, flexible environment for gathering and interacting. Activities range from exhibits, performances, and film showings to classes, meetings and small event-related receptions. Located in the lively North Beach Chinatown and Historic Manilatown district, with a...
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from$125/hr
Daylight Dance & Arts Event Space
Central Waterfront, San Francisco, CA
5
...We warmly invite you! We have been referred to as a 'Renegade Theater' and told we are 'Old San Francisco'. Often guests compare us to their favorite Brooklyn or Berlin style Art lofts. Our space features a huge 1300sqt sprung dance floor/stage with new Marley...
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from$395/hr
State of the art Movie Theater Auditorium in Marina District - Private
Marina District, San Francisco, CA
3
...Movie Theater Auditorium space for rent ideal for private and event screenings, birthday parties and corporate events! Ability to buy out an entire auditorium and screen a film that is currently showing at the theater. Full movie theater concession stand to be open for sales...
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from$150/hr
Harry M. Smith Conference Room at Union Square
Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
419
Our warm and bright conference room is located on the top floor of our historic building (adjacent to St. Francis hotel), one block from San Francisco's Union Square. Within walking distance of dozens of The City's hotels, and easily accessible by public transportation, the former...
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from$250/hr
Urban Museum in the Heart of the City
Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA
10
An intimate, beautifully designed museum dedicated to preserving the Tenderloin neighborhood and revitalizing the community. We've hosted film screenings, lectures, and powerful presentations for our community and we'd like to host your event too. We are an elegant, spacious museum with beautiful counter space, located...
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from$200/hr
Brilliant SoMa Gallery
China Basin, San Francisco, CA
40
Great for corporate and private receptions, fundraisers, book signings, launch parties, and smaller team or board offsites. Not a good fit for dance parties or other raucous activities. Has been used in many photo shoots. Two adjoining gallery rooms and an upstairs loft/lounge area that...
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from$235/hr
Stunning Waterfront Studio with Sweeping Views, Natural Light & a Flexible Floor Plan
Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA
144
Welcome, we are Culinary Artistas! Our spacious, beautiful studio in Ghirardelli Square can be rented for birthday parties, receptions, baby showers, networking events, corporate cooking experiences, corporate dinners/retreats, graduation parties and more! The studio has 2,400 square feet, sweeping views of the Bay and Alcatraz...
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Frequently Asked Questions




Theaters have been a part of San Francisco's entertainment scene and cultural landscape since the early 20th century. From charming historic brick theaters to modern movie theater complexes, the city is home to a wealth of impressive theater locations to accommodate any occasion. At century-old theaters tucked away in the Mission and Castro Districts, you can take a step back in time and enjoy a beautiful setting for your event. Featuring vintage architectural design elements both on its facade and indoors, these theaters provide a special backdrop for any gathering. No matter if you want to host a birthday party, put on a performance, or simply experience majestic surroundings, you can do all of these and more at a theater venue for rent in San Francisco. Not to mention, theaters are also ideal for corporate events like conferences and workshops — after all, these versatile spaces offer plenty of seating and unique amenities.
Whether you’re rehearsing a classic Shakespearean play or producing a contemporary musical production, there's no shortage of magnificent theater venues scattered throughout this endlessly creative city. From ornate opera houses to modern black-box theaters, each venue has its own distinct characteristics that add a special charm to any event. For those aiming to premiere a theatrical masterpiece, choosing the right theater rental in San Francisco can make all the difference. Unlock the potential of your imagination with a captivating stage that's perfectly suited for your production needs. Research venues with high-tech lighting systems and advanced sound equipment, or opt for a no-frills theater with just the basics — a single stage surrounded by a seating area for the audience. At the end of the day, the creative possibilities are limitless within the city's dynamic theater scene. So why settle for ordinary when you can take center stage at the best small theater venue in San Francisco?
Ultimately, Bay Area theaters come in all shapes and sizes, from intimate rehearsal spaces to sizable auditoriums. Fortunately, the City by the Bay has a space for everyone, no matter if you’re in the market for a grand performance hall or a vibrant theater rental in San Francisco in a LGBT friendly neighborhood. When researching theaters to rent, check the capacity of the space compared to the number of people on your guest list. Do you need space for 50 attendees or 500? Likewise, think about the type of event you’re hosting and if the venue can accommodate it. For example, some theaters have raised platforms and tiered seating for large productions, while other spaces are less equipped for elaborate theatrical sets. When you take advantage of state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems at these theater spaces, your event can shine like a beacon in the foggy City by the Bay.

Reviews for theaters

Alyssa A.
Financial District Theater Event Space
Where do I begin with how fabulous this experience was? Ok - for starters, our own private lounge and theater for our emploWhere do I begin with how fabulous this experience was? Ok - for starters, our own private lounge and theater for our employee appreciation party! WOW!!! Next, the staff!! I was not expecting to have so much assistance with our party. Thank goodness they were there and made it all go...
Holly C.
Stunning industrial warehouse in the Mission
for our community event. The lighting and interior furnishings were beautiful. The space was set up perfectly for what we needed -for our community event. The lighting and interior furnishings were beautiful. The space was set up perfectly for what we needed - a registration area, theater style seating, five break out groups, catering, and a bar. Elle and Matt were amazing in helping out throughout the entire process - prior, during, and...
Casie C.
Downtown Boardroom and meeting space in Jackson Square
Great space! Great host! Fit 25 people theater style comfortablyGreat space! Great host! Fit 25 people theater style comfortably
Patrick C.
8,000 Sq Ft. Airy & Modern Design Production Space
into the space. The hosts were very accommodating and allowed us to use in-house furniture to set-up for our panel discussion wiinto the space. The hosts were very accommodating and allowed us to use in-house furniture to set-up for our panel discussion with theater style seating. Our team booked enough prep time to come in and make the adjustments we needed in the space to make it work for...
Megan C.
Bay-front Spacious Studio with Sweeping Views; Great for Team Building, Offsites & Corporate Meetings
The entire staff went above and beyond to help with our company offsite. We hosted 42 people in the space with a theater stThe entire staff went above and beyond to help with our company offsite. We hosted 42 people in the space with a theater style presentation and breakouts in the afternoon. It was a perfect location for us to collaborate for the day. Jessie was extremely responsive and helpful during the...
Kari C.
Historic Chinatown 425-seat Live Theater Venue
to work with. He was very helpful throughout the entire booking journey and throughout our video shoot helping with the lighting, to work with. He was very helpful throughout the entire booking journey and throughout our video shoot helping with the lighting, stage, etc. The theater is absolutely beautiful and I look forward to seeing a performance there myself...
Julian D.
Downtown black box theater
hosted a cabaret-style musical show at the larger of the two Shelton Theaters. I’m glad that Matt Shelton suggested I stop hosted a cabaret-style musical show at the larger of the two Shelton Theaters. I’m glad that Matt Shelton suggested I stop in the week before, as I realized what I was working with. I really suggest visiting the space if you have particular sound specifications, as they rely...
Brady F.
Downtown black box theater
owner, Matt, was very accommodating and responsive to inquiries. Our party was on a quiet Tuesday night so Matt opened up one of towner, Matt, was very accommodating and responsive to inquiries. Our party was on a quiet Tuesday night so Matt opened up one of the theaters for us as well. The location (one block from Union Square) was very convenient for our guests and the theater's charm was well worth...